BJP's Rally for Women's Reservation Sparks Nationwide Debate
BJP leader Dilip Ghosh announced a women's rally in Kharagpur to thank Prime Minister Modi for the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, granting 33% women's reservation. The rally follows controversial debates over the Delimitation Bill, which the Opposition claims could impact southern states' representation in Parliament.
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BJP leader Dilip Ghosh announced that women from the party will hold a rally in Kharagpur to express gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the introduction of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023. This bill guarantees a 33% reservation for women legislators, marking a significant step towards gender equality.
The rally announcement comes amidst heated debates around the Delimitation Bill, 2026. TMC MP Saugata Roy voiced his opposition, highlighting concerns that the bill might diminish the representation of southern states in Parliament. Despite these assertions, BJP leaders have dismissed these worries as political theatrics.
Meanwhile, Former Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi emphasized the historical importance of the women's reservation bill, calling it a historic moment of unity. She urged all parties to transcend political differences to support its implementation. Union Minister Amit Shah assured that the delimitation process would not adversely affect southern India's representation.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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